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Develop your academic English in preparation for undergraduate or postgraduate studies at QUT.
Students from the EAP course Marlon, Janey, Chencho, Va and Samita share their experience of doing the course and how they settled into studying at the College and QUT.
A pathway to successful studies
'I chose to study English for Academic Purposes (EAP) at QUT College to improve my academic writing skills for successful studies in my Master of Information Technology degree. QUT was recommended by a colleague at work who has previously graduated from QUT. My favourite parts of the EAP course are being able to conduct academic research and develop my productive and receptive skills.'
English for Academic Purposes student
Develop academic English language skills
'I chose English for Academic Purposes at QUT College because I recognised the importance of improving my English language skills before pursuing my Master of Business degree at QUT. My favourite parts of the English for Academic Purposes program were the speaking and listening activities. QUT has equipped me with the important skills for success in my future academic pursuits at the university.'
English for Academic Purposes student
Improve your confidence
'I decided to study English for Academic Purposes (EAP) at QUT because I wanted to improve my English skills. I also received a concession on my fees from QUT which really helped me financially and relieved the pressure. The EAP program has really improved my English and I feel more confident. The teachers are very helpful and friendly, and provide great advice when you need it.'
Get a head start and great support
'I decided to study English for Academic Purposes (EAP) because I wanted to be better prepared for my university studies. Studying at QUT College was the best decision I’ve made. Not only did my English skills improve, but I met people from many different cultures and countries. It has been a wonderful experience. My studies at the college have also improved my leadership skills and increased my network which has helped my professional development.'
English for Academic Purposes graduate
Highlights
Highlights
- Improve and develop your written and oral academic English.
- Meet the English language requirements for entry into QUT undergraduate or postgraduate programs (that require IELTS 6.5 for entry).
- Complete in 10 weeks full time.
- Study on campus with access to all services and facilities across the University.
- Learn to operate effectively in an Australian university setting.
Why choose this course?
You will develop the academic English language skills you need to progress into:
- your chosen bachelor degree, masters or PhD if it has an IELTS 6.5 entry requirement.
- our Diploma in Health Science (Nursing).
You will:
- develop your academic writing skills so you can produce quality essays and reports.
- gather practical skills such as note-taking strategies and how to reference.
- learn how to conduct academic research through the library and on the internet.
- build your confidence speaking in an academic setting and giving presentations.
- benefit from an interactive learning environment, with small classes and more contact hours.
- be better prepared to achieve academic success in your further studies at QUT.
The QUT College community will also offer you valuable opportunities, such as the activities club, which will help you meet new friends and broaden your Australian learning experience. You will also be able to access a broad range of additional learning support.
Explore this course
Real-world facilities
This course is taught at QUT College, which is located at QUT's Kelvin Grove campus. The College is where you will spend most of your time going to classes and getting to know other international and Australian students. You will receive a QUT Student ID card which will give you access to all QUT's outstanding facilities, making you part of the fun and exciting QUT university community right from the start. Our community offers lifestyle and social opportunities, which will help you to enjoy a richer cultural experience.
Learn from the best
All of our ongoing English language teachers have postgraduate qualifications specialising in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), and a minimum of 15 years' teaching experience, so we can cater to your educational background and cultural perspective.
Schedule
You will spend 25 hours per week in class:
- 20 hours will be face-to-face with your class teacher.
- 5 hours will be studying at your own pace with teacher supervision in Guided Independent Learning (GIL).
- Morning and afternoon classes available, allowing you to enjoy life in Australia.
Course dates
We have 3 start dates a year. Check here for our program start dates.
Careers and outcomes
You will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course.
Course articulation
You must achieve a minimum overall score of 50% in this course to progress into the following programs:
- Intensive Program (QC07)
- Diploma in Health Science (Nursing) (HL10)
- Graduate Certificates in Communication:
You must achieve a minimum overall score of 65% in this course to progress to the following programs:
- undergraduate and postgraduate QUT courses that require a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 and no sub-score less than 6.0.
You will enrol in one of three teaching sessions per year, each consisting of 10 weeks of face-to-face teaching. All assessment is completed within this time period.
- Course code
- QC36
- CRICOS code
- 0100528
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- Kelvin Grove
- 10 weeks full-time
- March, July and November
Minimum English language requirements
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic / IELTS One Skills Retake | 6 | 5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5 |
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Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
169 | 154 | 162 | 162 | 154 |
| PTE Academic | 50 | 38 | 46 | 46 | 38 |
| TOEFL iBT / Paper | 71 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 14 |
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025 fees
2025: $5,120 per course (40 credit points)
2024 fees
2024 fees
2024: $4,800 per course (40 credit points)
FEE-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a FEE-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
QUT College English Language Concession
- Scholarship eligibility
- From a non-English speaking background
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